An Understated Dominance Chinese Novel

Chapter 900

Dustin sat across the circular table, his gaze fixed upon Nikki Horst, a moment of shock etched across his face.

He wore an expression of astonishment, his features mirroring disbelief.

It was hard for him to fathom that the person who had administered the potion was none other than Nikki Horst.

“Is it really you? How could it possibly be you?!”

Cornelius’s eyes widened, his emotions oscillating between shock, bewilderment, and an underlying anger.

Never had he anticipated that Nikki Horst, who had been treated with kindness by Dustin, would be revealed as a traitor.

“Apologies… I’m so sorry…”

Confronted with the inquiries, Nikki Horst’s eyes darted away, her countenance heavy with guilt.

She dared not even lift her gaze.

“Why?”

Dustin’s incredulity was palpable, three simple words escaping his lips with effort.

of a younger sister due to Nelson’s association, and he had endeavored to

every possible hardship to journey to the Jade Maid Palace to extricate her from

his wildest dreams had he conceived that

Palace is my home. They’re my family. I had no choice, truly… I had no choice. I’m

Horst’s head shook, her voice strained with

couldn’t defy her master’s will, nor could she dare to confront the Jade Girl

despite the generosity of the Jade Maiden Palace towards you. Why do you continue

His confusion was genuine.

and treated with disdain, he couldn’t fathom why Nikki Horst clung tenaciously to

“I… I…”

began to speak, but words seemed to

settling into silence. “Young man, is your prattle of any

sneered, her tone laced with derision. “Nikki Horst is my apprentice, hailing from the Jade Maid Palace. Naturally, she owes me allegiance.

its spots. Who asked you to place

of agreement erupted from the Jade Girl Palace

perceived triumph, as

my heart and soul into someone I’d

varied greatly, shaped by their experiences. Nelson’s unwavering loyalty and affection didn’t extend

the Jade Girl Palace and its inhabitants had skewed his

that his utmost efforts on Nikki Horst’s behalf

reality proved far removed from

that had discarded her like an afterthought, she’d

of ingratitude sent shivers

man, you’re now trapped with no way out. If you wish to survive, hand over

secured the Jade Girl Scripture. Please inspect

forward, presenting

had given her during their earlier meal, each